How to Belt -Singing Techniques Part 1

[@yosef141]

When you're trying to sing in mixed voice, feel with your hands your throat. If you feel vibration on it, then congratulations, you're singing in mixed. Same as with your chest, you'll feel a vibration in it when talking or singing. In head voice, you'll feel no vibration in your throat, nor in your chest. That's why it's called chest voice, mixed voice, and head voice, because it's where they are working. :D

[@whatinthehalibut]

Thank you! :)

[@yosef141]

Welcome :)

[@jaeyounglee5410]

Sus Mar Yosef thanks.

[@tranquility9325]

Sus Mar Yosef Ty hon

[@townnet]

What if i feel vibration in my butt? :P

[@Tacoflavoredkiss1]

I have a very opera/musical theater type voice and belting is always sooo difficult for me, I always end up accidentally going into my operatic register and its so annoying haha. But thank you this video really helps a lot! Just need more practice

[@MrAnders1976]

Operatic register ?? is there such a thing ?.. Do you keep your chords connected when you go up or do you release and go into falsetto (chords disconnected) but have established a strong falsetto with a lowered larynx and open jaw to give the falsetto more volume and deeper timbre that the light breathy falsetto.

[@kaylaatthedisco1]

Kelsey Thomas I am the same way! I'm a future vocal performance major and im very good at opera but not so much at music theater belty stuff

[@princesscharis]

Kelsey Thomas I have similar issue, I can access my belting voice but above A4 I struggle to hit them without straining :( so I stop, maybe my vocal folds are strained because I haven't used those muscles for years, but still, I do not know how to access those notes without damaging.

[@odangoatama98]

Kelsey Thomas Girl I feel. When I mix i always have a very operatic tone because I currently don't know how to make the appropriate space for the mix without having a very dark placement. It is struggle because although i sound great with art songs and other things in which i sing bel canto, but when i try to do contemporary belt stuff I can't do the forward placement thing without sounding way too nasally, cracking, or other crazy mess.

[@daryarazavi4479]

I have the exact same problem as you, it's so confusing!

[@kellyfrances4943]

I am a professional voice over artist. I just want to extend my sincerest thanks to you - you've made learning the basics of song so enjoyable for me, and I adore you. Please continue, you're so gifted!!! I can't thank you enough for your work. It is very much appreciated. Sincerely, Kelly from Korea - your fan.

[@AvianaPenny]

Mixed voice is really difficult for me. I have no idea what I'm doing wrong..it seems like I can either do head or chest voice, but never mixed voice.

[@soysaucehairdye7869]

Mixed voice is hard to describe without actually experiencing it yourself, but you will eventually find it if you keep trying. It took me a long time to really get a feel for my mixed voice and then one day it clicks. It is kind of like you go into a pure light head voice and add chest resonance when you first start developing it. I am a leggiero tenor so I use a light mix voice almost exclusively from A4-C6 and never bring pure chest above E4.

[@KerriHo]

Hi Liza, thanks for your grateful comments. I'm glad to be of help to your daughter . Please send her my love ! All the best and blessings to you too!

[@KerriHo]

Kenneth Tagle You're very welcome and thanks for your kind words :)

[@wowawewah]

Hi Kerri. Can you make a video about how to improve our breathing for singing?

[@KerriHo]

xPNova Your wish is my command :) Watch out for that video soon!

[@johnnytest5640]

The Songbird Tree Kerri Ho Hey Kerri can you please do How to use riffs in Who You Are by Jessie J or How to sing Who You Are by Jessie J

[@frederickmcfadden9374]

The Songbird Tree Kerri Ho I'm a tenor please e-mail me I'm also in choir can you give me lessons

[@KerriHo]

my pleasure. Sometimes it's hard to tell if you're doing exercises correctly if you are trying to teach yourself. Getting a great vocal coach is always a good start. But for yourself if you are straining or it hurts - then it is wrong. Mixed voice feels quite comfortable but still sounds strong

[@scorwitz]

Very helpful! I"m a Tenor voice teacher and you're really helping to clarify for me how to teach these topics to my female students! It's really quite similar to a Tenor's head voice. Thank you for knowing what you're talking about!

[@Erikthegreat08]

This lovely woman really knows what she's talking about. I'm studying speech-language pathology right now and i can attest to the fact that she is giving sound information on proper singing :) This is definitely one youtube voice teacher that can really help a lot of singers--from beginners to advanced!

[@KerriHo]

Roses1401 Thanks for the kind words and you're welcome!

[@KerriHo]

You're welcome! In order for the whole sentence to sound connected, singing the word 'boy' in head voice would not work. That is the note that you need to mix in particular, as the notes before that are lower and can simply be chested. But you need to have a degree of singing in the mask for all of it, other the note on 'boy' will not be mixed properly and result in strain ...

[@KerriHo]

Thank you for your kind words!

[@lizamcintosh8828]

HI Ms Ho,I just like to thank you so much for putting all this videos,my daughter Melody 14 love singing and we cannot afford to get a vocal teacher and this video helps us tremendously as a beginner,thank you for helping others that have a passion of singing.God Bless you,your wonderful! Liza

[@KerriHo]

Hello there...thank you so much for giving me such an outstanding endorsement! I am very humbled and grateful =)

[@KerriHo]

Yes, predominantly we mix our voices most in the vocal break area and in the higher ends of our range.

[@bridrice]

This is the clearest explanation of the belt I've ever heard. Brava!

[@FirstNameLastName-sc2lm]

"get grounded take fleight and sing" i love that! You are an amazing instructor!

[@markwoodyear7107]

Thank so much for these 3 videos. I've been a soprano ever Sinne i remeber, but i've always had a bright sound. Your videos have made me able to belt, which I could never do before! Now I'll blow away my friends at musical theatre camp. Seriously, thanks so much, there is no stain on my voice, and I think I sound great! :))) -Carli

[@KerriHo]

It's a pleasure=) Yes you go ! Fantastic to hear your enthusiasm and conviction to be a great singer!

[@KerriHo]

depends what you are singing. If you are singing pop, rock or contemporary musical theatre, mixed voice will give the note the edge it needs. If you are singing opera or classical or don't want such an edgy tone then a strong head voice will be more appropriate

[@lilyrubyify]

I wish your videos were there when I was in high school, it took me years to find the right people to teach me the correct way to do this... really nice work :)

[@francisramirez2073]

This morning i belted by accident and i started crying tears of joy. Yep. Its been FOREVER since ive belted

[@KerriHo]

thanks for the kind words!

[@KerriHo]

hmm interesting question. I have never taught that concept myself. I do teach lifting the soft palate for higher notes which will naturally perhaps lift the uvula. But I personally don't think it's need for lower notes because then you will get a more airy, dull sound. Yes you can use mix tone in the lower register to a point. You will get to a point when it is just too low and you should just use your chest voice, but still resonate it in the mask

[@theater101girl]

Belting is a sport - from a theater kid

[@KerriHo]

thank you so much! I'm glad you're enjoying them.

[@KerriHo]

I'll keep that in mind for future vids - thanks for the suggestion

[@sunfieldlee2758]

I like how you use modern music. It is so much easier to understand when you are into the same music.

[@donaldbostonjr]

This was fantastic. You explained everything very well and gave good written discription. This was awesome!

[@KerriHo]

haha...glad to help. It does take time, so persevere and be patient. You'll get there with practice and hard work and good training.

[@KerriHo]

Opera singers do mainly sing in head voice, however never say never, it really does depend on the song and on the artist's preferences

[@KerriHo]

That is great news! Thank you for your kind words too =)

[@thestunningmusic77]

I think this is the best vocal lesson ever watched ! other vocal coaches who introduce their lesson on the internet don't really sing well. but you do sing perfect indeed. if I was in Australia, I'd be gonna be your student, but I'm not, even it says there are many people waiting for lesson, hmm, 'the song bird tree' must be all around the world ! hope you bring a male singer to give tips for male singers !!!

[@KerriHo]

Thanks for sharing your comments. I agree. Some of my other videos cover those topics.

[@KerriHo]

The resonance behind the nose can be felt all over our range however is extremely helpful in developing mixed voice

[@eddieraissi719]

A taught myself how to belt from Chris Cornell and this lesson cleared some things up ..thanx

[@KerriHo]

Great! Look forward to hearing from you when you're ready to do one-one lessons =)

[@KerriHo]

Hi Haylee, start with my How to sing 101 5 part video series - that will give you all the basic fundamentals to regaining strength in your voice. Good luck!

[@gia_922]

You are so awesome! I take voice lessons every week, and im in choir at my school but i also look at your videos. Its like having extra help. You help me so much. Thanks! (:

[@KerriHo]

Oh thank you! Hope you enjoy them =)

[@angels-in-the-impala-4350]

Whenever I belt, my throat closes up. How can I avoid that?

[@cutthroughrecordings]

Hey Kerri! I just want to say thank you so much for taking the time to make all of these excellent videos. You explain things so well and have given me hope to be a good singer. In my genre, everyone sings very high and I thought that it was something that you had to born able to do but now you've shown me that I can develop that kind of voice! So thank you so much :)

[@devynzarate7990]

I would just like to say thank you so much for posting these informative, instructive, and amazing videos! I happen to be a student singer myself so these videos have really helped me improve! So again, thank you!

[@KerriHo]

Glad to be of help!

[@arianagorman4165]

Kerri youve helped me sososo much; as my parents cant afford singing lessons youtube was my only option keep up the vids :))))))

[@KerriHo]

Try to make the transition into chest voice but keep it resonating high like head voice. It will take a bit of practice and getting used to. If you still have trouble after giving it a go yourself, I can help you more effectively through Skype Lessons.

[@KerriHo]

So glad the video was helpful to you :)

[@deborahbarry8458]

Still a tad confused between Belting and Mixed Voice - but have been watching a tonne of vids and this one - with examples! - is one of the best! Will go to your website now.

[@deborahbarry8458]

Or - is belting something that you DO using your mixed voice?

[@silvigero6753]

@@deborahbarry8458 yeah u can do belting using mixed voice. Belting is like singing BTW screaming and singing lyrics.

[@markobeocanin5690]

I had no idea what a belt was, but now I do! Thanks :D

[@KerriHo]

I mean that it doesn't just sound sweet and pure, but there's there's a strength. This is so people do not think that singing in mix is just a strong head voice - it is not

[@KerriHo]

now thats a good idea for a video one day...thank you for the idea!

[@justinmetcalfe9948]

Singing in mixed voice is so hard for me. I can belt a B5 but it's all belt no head voice. But watching your videos has helped me grasp it a little bit. Thank you so much.

[@thegreatsupremeleader4487]

+Justin Metcalfe B5 is really high tho or did you mean B4

[@Hellotisme]

Your videos are fantastic! Really great for me to watch between my singing lessons!

[@apollopapp]

thnx a lot Kerri .Now can I improve my singing technique. best vocal lessons i have seen. thnx again =)

[@manifestnow]

Thank you for your videos! I cant wait to get some 1:1 lessons and your videos give me a little more confidence and knowledge ♥

[@singingpro1822]

With enough training and practice you can learn anything. If singing is your passion, then just keep trying your hardest!

[@spazzcat03]

I'm gonna be a great singer ! I'm learning a lot from you ! Thank you very much .

[@KerriHo]

thank you, Jan for the kind workds.

[@KerriHo]

Head voice first, it's always easier to train a good and open mixed voice with first getting a great head voice

[@isabellamalmqvist2646]

Thank u so much! I've been singing for many years but never really learned to sing like that. I've tried to find it in my voice but now I know what's really important to remember. like don't use to much chestvoice wich I've had som troubles with and relaxing your throat all the time. I'll keep excercising this technique!

[@alidigamba]

thank you very much for the video and the examples. For the first time I understood what is the mix between chest and head voice especially what it isn't as that is important too to avoid damaging your vocal cords.!!!

[@IWeasel]

Ms Keri can sing wow you sound amazing

[@Tathitz23]

I'm so happy I found you! Thanks a lot for your amazing videos.

[@KerriHo]

Glad you like it! And thanks so much =0)

[@ABCD27814]

Wow, thank you for explaining the terms. Also, you are an amazing, brilliant, singer!! Love your voice and your singing. Great job!

[@kirs10rox1]

I love your videos !!! I'm going to eroll in singing, acting and dance classes soon so i wanna learn a bit first so i dont feel out of place

[@jryer1]

Some serious prerequisites are needed for this video. Things like: Vocal Registers Low-Hi: Modal, Falsetto, and Whistle Anatomically we sing from: Diaphragm, Larynx, Head Some Expressions: Vibrato, Tremolo, Trills, etc ... And that's just to name a few. Basically singers need to have mastered or at least control over their voice while crossing from modal to falsetto and back, all the while mixing in the appropriate expressions. This technique has become over-used now days, but still fun!

[@iryza00]

I used to think that I could never hit high notes and now I can hit a E6 but I still can't belt!

[@BearCreekVideos]

Simply Amazing! Knowledge is Everything!

[@KerriHo]

Glad to hear that =) Keep it up !

[@777oldspice]

ILOVEYOU. Thanks! I can't wait to watch all your videos.

[@susancheung2793]

I really enjoy watching your vocal technigues . I have found that operactic songs are very hard to produce nice sound .For example the Contessa part in Mozart's Sull' aria I can never sing it nicely. I definitely watch your videos again.Thank you very much Kerri.

[@rainecloudky1836]

I love how I'm sorta sick (losing the sickness) currently and I'm just doing this

[@MrMemyselfandi415]

I know there are a lot of different schools of thought when it comes to singing..I'm a vocal coach myself and I've worked with all of the best so I know everyone has their opinion. But it might be interesting to you to hear that some would say you're blasting with that "belt". When you can hear the white hiss ...like a light rasp in the tone that's not full cord closure ...which if you have it... is the safer way to belt. Check into that school of thought for kicks. Great voice by the way.

[@othergeorgea]

Thank you do much. I'm going to be doing Vocaloid covers and they are real belt songs most of them :3 Thank you, you're amazinggg

[@KerriHo]

Thank you Sam! Yes normal for head voice to sound breathy - but it can be trained to sound clear as well - check out my videos on How to sing High notes - I have a few of them - that will give you some starting tips on how to do it. Hmm...not sure about the growling...never seen it before myself in 8 years of coaching to be honest ...

[@KerriHo]

Your questions are big questions that really can't be answered in a comment lol. You've got a good foundations with Opera technique, now it's about developing the rest of it. And it comes with time and practice of the exercises I've already given and work with a vocal coach who understands both classical and contemporary technique. Check out my vids on How to sing in mixed voice and How to sing without breaking

[@KerriHo]

Yes. And yes resonating in the mask is very important to get in order to sing in a good mixed voice

[@kimymhat7832]

you made it looks so easy.

[@KerriHo]

Thank you! All the best =)

[@yourobserver1893]

Thank you for explaining the difference!

[@Hoo_huu]

Always have been confused about what belting is but not anymore

[@KerriHo]

huyphong100 Thank you and you're welcome!

[@Roses1401]

Thank you very much Kerri, you are great singer and teacher!!!

[@KerriHo]

you need to register for my free How to Belt webinar which is happening on the 1st of July. check out my most recent video for more details.

[@KerriHo]

thank you!

[@brookethompson3646]

love your accent! and this really helped!!

[@peprmnt]

You have a gorgeous singing voice!

[@amylaraman]

Omg I actually knew how to do this and I've never had lessons. Wooh I taught myself something and I was doing it right!!!

[@KerriHo]

oh thank you!

[@KerriHo]

#HowToBelt #SingingTechniques #TheSongBirdTree #Belting #HowTo #Tutorial #SingingTips #SingingTechniquesPart1 How to Belt -Singing Techniques Part 1

[@KerriHo]

Go through my How to sing 101 5 part video series - this will be a great start for you

[@KerriHo]

Everyone can learn to belt with proper training and practice

[@KerriHo]

Well let me tell you that that is better than pulling your chest voice up and straining. If you keep practicing resonating brightly in the mask - as you lift your voice soft into our head voice, try gradually putting more brightness into it. I understand your frustration - you are not alone! You might consider coaching if you really want to solve this perplexing mystery once and for all =)

[@TarcisioCGoes]

Great explanation! Congrats!

[@Fafner888]

4:39 sounds much batter than 5:37 IMHO. It sounded to me quite strangled as if you were forcing too much, whereas when you used more mask resonance the sound was more open and effortless (and therefore more pleasant and beautiful in my opinion).

[@katybelle77494]

Your videos are very helpful. Thank you!

[@KerriHo]

Thank you! I appreciate that =)

[@siegemos]

Thanks for your help. I find you videos really useful. Still struggling to avoid voice breaks but I'm getting there. P.s. I also fancy you a bit.

[@KerriHo]

Great!